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Opera Browser Fixes Big Security Hole That Could Have Exposed Your Information
A now-patched security flaw in the Opera web browser could have enabled a malicious extension to gain unauthorized, full access to private APIs. The attack, codenamed CrossBarking, could have made it possible to conduct actions such as capturing screenshots, modifying browser settings, and account hijacking, Guardio Labs said. To demonstrate the issue, the company said…
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Malvertising Campaign Hijacks Facebook Accounts to Spread SYS01stealer Malware
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered an ongoing malvertising campaign that abuses Meta’s advertising platform and hijacked Facebook accounts to distribute information known as SYS01stealer. “The hackers behind the campaign use trusted brands to expand their reach,” Bitdefender Labs said in a report shared with The Hacker News. “The malvertising campaign leverages nearly a hundred malicious
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8 Strategies for Tackling “Technical Debt” at Your Company
Did your company’s software system once seem sleek and nimble? But now it resembles a tangled web of shortcuts, patches, and workarounds. Welcome to the realm of technical debt. It’s a silent saboteur that accumulates over time, threatening your efficiency. What Is Technical Debt? Think of technical debt as the interest you pay on a…
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Researchers Uncover Python Package Targeting Crypto Wallets with Malicious Code
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new malicious Python package that masquerades as a cryptocurrency trading tool but harbors functionality designed to steal sensitive data and drain assets from victims’ crypto wallets. The package, named “CryptoAITools,” is said to have been distributed via both Python Package Index (PyPI) and bogus GitHub repositories. It was downloaded over…
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Embarking on a Compliance Journey? Here’s How Intruder Can Help
Navigating the complexities of compliance frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC 2, or GDPR can be daunting. Luckily, Intruder simplifies the process by helping you address the key vulnerability management criteria these frameworks demand, making your compliance journey much smoother. Read on to understand how to meet the requirements of each framework to keep your customer…
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Nov. 5 General Election: Marla Keethler, from White Salmon city councilor to state senate hopeful
Marla Keethler’s organic journey in government
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Klickitat County Auditor’s Office: Ballot box security
KLICKITAT CO. (Oct. 29, 2024, 5:56 p.m.) — The Klickitat County Auditor’s Office appreciates the public’s inquiries regarding elections security in Klickitat County and desire to make sure your ballots are secure. Given the recent incidents of ballot box attacks…
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Researchers Uncover Vulnerabilities in Open-Source AI and ML Models
A little over three dozen security vulnerabilities have been disclosed in various open-source artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models, some of which could lead to remote code execution and information theft. The flaws, identified in tools like ChuanhuChatGPT, Lunary, and LocalAI, have been reported as part of Protect AI’s Huntr bug bounty platform.…
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A Sherlock Holmes Approach to Cybersecurity: Eliminate the Impossible with Exposure Validation
Sherlock Holmes is famous for his incredible ability to sort through mounds of information; he removes the irrelevant and exposes the hidden truth. His philosophy is plain yet brilliant: “When you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” Rather than following every lead, Holmes focuses on the details that are…
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Dutch Police Disrupt Major Info Stealers RedLine and MetaStealer in Operation Magnus
The Dutch National Police, along with international partners, have announced the disruption of the infrastructure powering two information stealers tracked as RedLine and MetaStealer. The takedown, which took place on October 28, 2024, is the result of an international law enforcement task force codenamed Operation Magnus that involved authorities from the U.S., the U.K., Belgium,…
